A friend and I decided to visit this coffee shop on Christmas Eve, drawn by its charming…read morereputation. The interior was cozy and inviting, with a surprising touch--beautiful cutting boards displayed and available for purchase. While the craftsmanship was impressive, the prices felt a bit steep. We arrived around 10 AM, and I'm not sure if it was because of the holiday or just the timing, but most of the food options were already gone. The remaining baked goods, quiches, and hand pies looked appealing, though the prices ranged from $4-$10, which seemed a bit high. I opted for a carrot cake muffin. It was good--solid in flavor and texture--but I'm not sure it justified the $5 price tag. My friend ordered a flat white and described it as decent but unremarkable. The shop itself is quite small, and the layout wasn't the most intuitive. It wasn't clear where the line started, and since they preferred to keep the queue from spilling into the building lobby, customers were crammed into a tight space. Parking was another challenge, as most of it was limited to street parking. Overall, while the experience had its highlights, and probably would've been better maybe not on a holiday.

Wren and willow Inc lied and manipulated our 250k project, it got so bad we had to fire these guys…read moreafter they had already huge delays in our home remodel, many days they left my whole family in the cold , amongst other things like us having to fire them for un safe practices, (drywall screws holding cabinets) very unsatisfied with this company and lack of quality , and I'm sure they will reply with more lies later , as they did on Google reviews..

every time we wander in, we come out with something beautiful and a perfect fit. Tacoma is beyond…read moreblessed to have them here.

My wife and I were pleasantly surprised when we stumbled upon Sage Interiors while we were out…read morelooking for a new sofa for our home; Nigel greeted us and was very pleasant without being over bearing or pushy. The styles and variety of furniture they had in their showroom were extensive and well made. Nigel allowed us to take a couple fabric samples home to decide which would match our walls and other furniture. We came back the next day and placed our order for our custom couch, I can not recommend them enough, the quality of the furniture and the pricing is exceptional. We will absolutely be back to purchase more items for around our home.

As a first time home buyer, I wasn't sure where to start with paint, design, or really anything…read more It's an exciting, but overwhelming process, so I was extremely grateful to have Alaina take the lead. She did a fantastic job of turning my small collection of thoughts/ideas into a clear, concise package. I had options (which were budget friendly), but not too many that I felt overwhelmed with choices. The package was clear, easy to follow and had fantastic tips/tricks that truly made the difference. Because of her guidance, I feel like the vision for our house is becoming a reality. Couldn't recommend her services more!

From the owner: Alaina specializes in residential design - she gains an understand of who you are and what you…read moretruly need in order to create a functional and beautiful space. From space planning for major renovations to single room interior “refreshes” she can handle it!

After having met with several contractors and remodel specialists, it wasn't until we sat down with…read moreDorothea, Vered, and the team from Lux Design Builds did we feel 100% comfortable with proceeding with our long-awaited kitchen remodel project. They provided guidance, creativity, and follow-up every step of the way. Their computer-generated kitchen plans and visual images were very helpful in assuring us that the design they described is what we wanted and in the price range we were looking for. Adrian was our assigned on-site contractor. He was phenomenal to work with. His knowledge, skill, reliability, and "easy-to-work-with" personality made the process from demo to project signoff a smooth and stress-free experience. Adrian and Vered never let any unforeseen or unexpected situation alter or delay project progress. They worked together to offer solutions and resolution in a timely manner. Adrian and one or two other helpers did most of the work themselves, so we were never waiting on subcontractors. The project started on time and finished on schedule. We could not have been more pleased with the results. We are very happy to have selected Lux Design Builds and highly recommend them for your upcoming remodel.

Lux Design Builds did a remodel on our upstairs hall bathroom. The project was completed in a…read moretimely fashion (in 6 days) including demolition. The remodel replaced the floor with vinyl tile, replaced the tub surround tiles with vinyl sheets and replaced the vanity, counter mirror, tub, lights and all fixtures. The finished bathroom looks great with no issues. The fixtures, vanity and surfaces chosen by the Lux design crew look great. The installer did a great job, was very courteous and did the job with minimal disruption.

We had an exceptional experience working with Gwen to fully furnish our new home in Mount Baker…read more From the start, she was incredibly thoughtful in her approach--incorporating art we had already collected and using our existing dining table as a centerpiece to ground the design. She built everything out from there in a way that felt cohesive, elevated, and still deeply personal to us. Her communication, efficiency, sourcing, and design aesthetic are truly outstanding. She handled a large, complex project with impressive speed and attention to detail, and the end result exceeded our expectations. What stands out most is how livable and enjoyable the space is. We've hosted many gatherings since moving in, and both we and our guests consistently appreciate the design. We've received countless compliments from friends and family, and it's genuinely a pleasure to experience her work every day. We wouldn't hesitate to work with Gwen again and are already looking forward to the opportunity!

In early 2021, I found myself moving from a 1 bedroom condo to 4 bedroom newly constructed home…read more Needless to say, the place was empty and the furniture that I did have was a poor fit with the design and style of my new house. I found Gwenn on an internet search. I interviewed a few other designers but hired Gwen after her receiving her detailed follow-up email from the initial visit. In that email she clearly articulated a vision for how my house should be furnished and accessorized. I was sold: "Based on what I gathered from you and your home, I imagine the design of your space would fall somewhere in the realm of warm contemporary, comfy, understated but a touch swanky, masculine, PNW natural / rustic. Neutral and subdued colors, varied natural textures, layered and homey, soulful. Furnished with timeless and quality elements that could work in future homes too." Gwen has executed on the vision perfectly all the while taking my feedback and taste into consideration. Gwen selected furniture, carpets, lighting, art, plants, and décor for my office, living room, bonus room, master bedroom, kitchen, outdoor patio, and hallways. She helped me accessorize my kitchen with all new cookware, knives, silverware, gadgets, etc. Saying that Gwen selected all of these items does not do justice to her work. The pieces selected were of the highest quality. Quality observable to the eye and to the touch. Most the pieces selected are themselves a work of art that give me joy just to look at daily. Some of the pieces were custom made to be the perfect fit for the space. Gwen found the craftspeople and helped design these custom pieces. Gwen was a consummate professional throughout the entire process. She did all the coordination of ordering and deliveries. Gwen found electricians to install the lighting and spent all day here making sure that a custom light fixture was installed. Her punctuality is something that I must comment on because when she told me that she would be at my house at a certain time I could set my watch to her arrival. I sincerely appreciated this punctuality because I believe it speaks volumes to how she cares about her clients and her craft. All of this work and sourcing was during COVID shutdowns when lead times on furniture exploded which made the project more difficult. All of the accounting and billing was online and easily accessible. In summary, Gwen designed the spaces in my home in a way that bring a smile to my face ever day. She did all of the work and minimized the amount of effort needed by me. I couldn't be happier with the result.

Fabulous work by Josh ! My ideas executed beautifully! Designed a very functional closet!read more

I had a great experience working with Custom Closet to help built out a new custom closet a master…read morebedroom at my townhouse in Seattle that was recently damaged from a ceiling leaking due to home construction damage (the damage wasn't caused by them and it was not their fault!). Initially, there was a mix up in terms of my job request to them to build our a closet, but when the issue/problem happened, The Custom Closet Company owned up to it and really showed that they genuinely wanted to help my resolve my issues. All on-call contacts and e-mail communications I had with them were professional and they were prompt in providing honest answers regarding situation/timeframe of when the job could happen. What I liked was that the company was quite dependable. Once they understood the scope of work, you got the design, choices to pick/opportunities to provide feedback and select the options like colors/additional add-ons, and things generally flowed quite well. Unlike my experiences dealing with other contractors, they were pretty dependable and you could count on them holding up to their promises in terms of price estimates, timeframe of when the job could happen, and the duration of the job. Given how professional their company was from pretty much my interaction with all the individuals there (General manager, office lady who picks up the call and designer), I would definitely use them again when the next opportunities to remodel/custom make cabinets/closet/workspace at my townhome in Seattle in the future.

We got the permit from the city with plans authored by a different architect but when the project…read morestarted, the difference between actual dimensions on the site and the plans started surfacing and we had to rework on the plans. I reached out to Michael and he was very responsive, he visited the site and quickly shared the updated plans for resubmission to the city. He also closely worked with me and GC to answer further queries from the inspector. Overall, I had great experience with Michael. He is professional, shared his quote upfront and honored it, was very collaborative, responsive and has attention to detail. I am sure he has a bright future ahead and if I start another project I will definitely work with him again.

Update with the design Michael's done for us and the actual project completion. Really pleased with…read morehow the master bath turns out.

Fantastic experience with Juleen and her staff! They listened to my wants and ideas for my living…read moreroom and gave great advice. I didn't have an appointment and I was in a hurry that day, not being at my best either, but they fit me in and took time to listen to me. This is a gorgeous store, with gorgeous products, and a designing staff that is second to none.

Rude. Just plain rude. Treated my family horribly. I'm guessing we were not dressed nicely…read moreenough. I don't care if you are a "designer" if you treat your customers like they are poor trash. We had money to spend and will be spending it elsewhere. Apparently design school doesn't teach good manners or that the poorest looking customer might just be the wealthiest. Gorgeous store, gorgeous products but a bitch of a designer.

Extraordinary! Staged our new home in Timberlakes...Was so…read moreimpressed by her choice of colors, furniture and appropriate style, I remarked: you must be an artist... Mrs Waymire remarked, "Why thank you, and I actually do have a degree in interior design" Didn't attach my photos because they were blahh ...see listing photos at 31 e Boston place Shelton WA

Danielle has been staging for me for years and she is the best. Anyone can copy a picture from a…read morePottery Barn or Restoration Hardware ad, but Danielle's talent for transforming someone's home into a picture perfect space by moving furniture and adding some accessories is nothing short of a miracle. For years she has amazed me with her design ability and her knack for updating even the most challenging of client's homes. She works well with your clients and does an amazing job of tactfully updating spaces to make them current, comfortable and a place you can call home. Don't hesitate to give her a call and let her help transform your house into a home.